Compound Q&A
What is 4-Phenyl-2-butanone (CAS: 2550-26-7)?
Answer
4-Phenyl-2-butanone (CAS: 2550-26-7) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H10O. It is a colorless liquid characterized by its ketone functional group and aromatic phenyl ring. Commonly used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis, it exhibits moderate solubility in organic solvents and is known for its stability under standard conditions. Synonyms include 4-phenylbutan-2-one and phenylacetone.
About
CAS No
2550-26-7
English Name
4-Phenyl-2-butanone
Molecular Formula
C10H12O
Molecular Weight
148.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)CCc1ccccc1
InChIKey
AKGGYBADQZYZPD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
